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Alkyl halide practice problems

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    Propose a substitution mechanism for the following reactions. Pay special attention to stereochemistry if indicated. Look at the conditions given to determine if the substitution is unimolecular or bimolecular (SN1 or SN2).

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    Solution

    Propose an elimination mechanism for the following reactions. Pay special attention to stereochemistry if indicated. Look at the conditions given to determine if the elimination is unimolecular or bimolecular (E1 or E2).

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    Solution

    Show the major elimination product and draw the mechanism for each of the following reactions.

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